Real Madrid Coach Mourinho Wants Players To ‘Die’ For Him In First Press Conference

BusinessSportsMoneyReal Madrid Coach Mourinho Wants Players To ‘Die’ For Him In First Press ConferenceByTom Sanderson,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Sanderson has been primarily based in Barcelona since 2019.Follow AuthorAug 21, 2026, 04:02am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryReal Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho, ahead of the season debut against Espanyol, declared he wants his players to "die for the club," echoing summer signing Yan Diomande's commitment. Mourinho stressed that actions speak louder than words, praising his squad's growing unity and dedication. Tasked with challenging Barcelona's dominance, he stated he feels "adrenaline" rather than pressure, viewing it as a positive motivator and expressing strong confidence in his team's work and ambition. Mourinho anticipates a difficult match against a well-prepared Espanyol, who started their season with a 3-0 win, but remains convinced Real Madrid will secure three points in Saturday's kickoff.Show More Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho said that he wants his players to "die" for the club in his first press conference ahead of a season debut against Espanyol.Real MadridReal Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho said that he wants his players to "die" for the club in his first press conference ahead of a season debut against Espanyol.Mourinho was reminded of summer signing Yan Diomande’s comments, and commented that “without following it word for word, it is an expression that I like”. "I would like him to die for the group, for Real Madrid. But I know what he means in relation to the tasks and the club when he uses my name. Words are easy. It is more difficult to take action. Diomande's are no different from what I see in everyone. I see them committed, with the will to do things wel...